Solar Power Profile - Palm Grove, NSW 2258
More than 807 homes in postcode 2258 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Palm Grove, Fountaindale, Kangy Angy, Ourimbah and Palmdale.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,186 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 23,868 kWh per day, or 8,712 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,524,568.5 per year.
Palm Grove and 2258 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 6,359.76 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 52,998,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Palm Grove
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Palm Grove: Ourimbah (dog Trap Road) - approx. 4.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Palm Grove, 2258
Palm Grove Demographics
Palm Grove and the postcode of 2258 has a total population of 5041 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 1930 households in Palm Grove, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1960 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Palm Grove is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Palm Grove, the average household could save 7.98% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $68614 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 1.88% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Palm Grove is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Palm Grove
Located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, FOUNTAINDALE NSW 2258 is a charming town that boasts a range of natural attractions and features. The town is surrounded by lush greenery and is home to several national parks, including the Wyrrabalong National Park and the Munmorah State Conservation Area. Visitors can enjoy hiking, bird watching, and picnicking in these beautiful natural areas.
FOUNTAINDALE NSW 2258 enjoys a warm and temperate climate, with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power, with many homes and businesses taking advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy. Solar installers in the area can help residents to design and install solar panel systems that are optimised for the local weather conditions and shading issues.
By installing solar panels in FOUNTAINDALE NSW 2258, residents can benefit from reduced electricity bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to protect the environment and combat climate change. With the support of local solar installers, FOUNTAINDALE NSW 2258 can continue to lead the way in sustainable energy production and use.